If you're looking for an easy potato side dish that everyone will want to scoop onto their plate, these Mississippi Mud Potatoes are hard to beat.
Tender diced potatoes are baked with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, onion, garlic, and a creamy coating until everything is hot, cheesy, and golden around the edges.
This comforting potato casserole requires simple ingredients and very little hands-on work. It's perfect for family dinners, backyard barbecues, potlucks, holiday meals, or whenever you need a hearty side dish to feed a crowd.
Why You'll Love Mississippi Mud Potatoes
This recipe is all about simple ingredients coming together in one comforting dish.
- Creamy and cheesy
- Loaded with crispy bacon
- Easy to assemble
- Made with everyday ingredients
- Great for potlucks and family dinners
- Easy to customize
- Can be prepared ahead
Most of the work is simply chopping and mixing. Once the casserole goes into the oven, the potatoes slowly become tender while absorbing all that savory flavor.
Ingredients
You'll need:
- 6 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Extra shredded cheddar
- Chopped green onions
- Fresh parsley
- Extra crispy bacon
What Potatoes Work Best?
Russet potatoes are a great choice when you want a softer, fluffier interior.
Yukon Gold potatoes also work beautifully and have a naturally creamy texture.
Whichever variety you choose, try to cut the potatoes into similar-sized pieces. Uniform pieces cook more evenly and help prevent some potatoes from becoming too soft while others remain firm.
How to Make Mississippi Mud Potatoes
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